Kurinuki Workshops – Japanese Ceramic Sculpture

Discover kurinuki—a traditional Japanese technique where sculpture meets functionality. During this workshop, you'll create unique vessels, hand-sculpted from a solid block of clay. Each form is revealed by carefully trimming away excess material—no molds, no castings—just you, the clay, and your intuition.

What will you do during class?
– You will create your own tea cups ( chawan ), mugs ( yunomi ), as well as platters, bowls and plates
– You will use different types of stoneware clays in natural colors
– You will learn to combine clays in a marble-like technique
– You will discover the aesthetics of wabi-sabi – the beauty of imperfections, rawness and organic shapes

What are the classes like?
The workshop begins with a brief theoretical introduction to the kurinuki technique, the properties of clay, the drying and firing processes. Then we move on to the practical side: shaping the vessels by hand using basic carving tools.

What does the price include?
✓ 3 hours of workshops
✓ Glazing by the instructor and firing of up to 3 works at 1210°C – the works are then fully usable
✓ Clay and all necessary materials
✓ Coffee, tea and a good atmosphere

For whom?
The workshops are perfect for both beginners and experienced artists. No prior experience with clay is necessary – we provide full instructor support.

We invite you – the kurinuki technique is addictive and delightful!

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Cancellations or postponements are only possible within 7 days of the scheduled start date. After this time, rescheduling or refunds are not possible.